General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
2091
Chichén Itzá is a ruined ancient city built by which civilization?
Answer:
Maya
Chichén Itzá was a major focal point in the Northern Maya Lowlands.
2092
The Colosseum in Rome was originally known as:
Answer:
The Flavian Amphitheatre
It was commissioned by Emperor Vespasian of the Flavian dynasty, hence the name Flavian Amphitheatre.
2093
Petra, the archaeological city in Jordan, is famous for being carved into what kind of rock?
Answer:
Pink Sandstone
Petra is often called the 'Rose City' due to the color of the stone out of which it is carved.
2094
The Great Wall of China was primarily built to protect against invasions from which groups?
Answer:
Nomadic groups from the Eurasian Steppe
It was built to protect the Chinese states and empires against raids and invasions by various nomadic groups of the Eurasian Steppe.
2095
Which organization launched the campaign to choose the New 7 Wonders of the World?
Answer:
New7Wonders Foundation
The campaign was organized by the New7Wonders Foundation, a Swiss organization, and the winners were announced on July 7, 2007.
2096
The Temple of Artemis was rebuilt how many times?
Answer:
Twice (Three total versions)
The Temple was rebuilt twice; there were three successive temples on the site, the final one being the 'Wonder'.
2097
What material was primarily used to build the Great Pyramid of Giza?
Answer:
Limestone
The core is made of rough limestone blocks, and it was originally cased in smooth white Tura limestone.
2098
In which city was the Statue of Zeus located?
Answer:
Olympia
It was located in the Temple of Zeus at Olympia, the site of the ancient Olympic Games.
2099
The Mausoleum was built by Queen Artemisia II for her husband, who was also her:
Answer:
Brother
Mausolus and Artemisia II were brother and sister as well as husband and wife, a custom in the Carian ruling family.
2100
Which wonder stood for the shortest amount of time (approx. 54 years) before being destroyed?
Answer:
The Colossus of Rhodes
The Colossus stood for only about 54 years before it collapsed during the earthquake of 226 BC.